1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1961 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1961 Lancia Appia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1571 kg more than 1961 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (85 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 1961 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lancia |
| Model | Imperial | Appia |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 789 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2520 mm |
